In my ongoing quest to becoming a more prolific and inspired composer, I always think back to something Ernie once said to me, “You’re only a composer when you’re composing.” In other words, a composer should only call himself a composer when he is actually sitting down and writing music. Many people who aspire to do something can easily fall into the trap of talking about “it” more than actually doing “it”. From my experience, I’ve found it’s an exhausting game that can only lead to more frustration and fewer pieces of music added to my catalog.
So, the next time you’re out at a cocktail party and someone asks you what you do, instead of saying “I’m a composer,” try something a little more honest and in the moment like, “I’m a socialite.”
